Grade 1 · Year 2 · Class 1 · ages 6–7 · Subtraction
Subtracting within 20 word problems: Grade 1 practice
Reading a short story and taking away to find what is left. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Words such as left, gives away and not mean taking away. Start with the whole and take the part away.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy A box holds 6 books. 3 are red. How many books are not red?
Answer: 3
Medium Meera has 10 balloons. Meera gives away 2. How many balloons does Meera have left?
Answer: 8
Challenge A box holds 17 marbles. 8 are red. How many marbles are not red?
Answer: 9
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Related skills
- Subtraction within 10 (Grade 1)
- Subtraction within 20 (Grade 1)
- 2-digit subtraction (Grade 2)
- 2-digit subtraction word problems (Grade 2)
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FAQ
Subtracting within 20 word problems: questions
What grade is subtracting within 20 word problems?
It is usually taught in Grade 1 (Year 2 in England, Class 1 in India, ages 6–7), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a subtracting within 20 word problems question look like?
For example: "Meera has 10 balloons. Meera gives away 2. How many balloons does Meera have left?" The answer is 8. Words such as left, gives away and not mean taking away. Start with the whole and take the part away.
What should I learn before and after subtracting within 20 word problems?
Before it, try subtraction within 20 (Grade 1). After it, move on to 2-digit subtraction (Grade 2).
How can I get better at subtracting within 20 word problems?
Words such as left, gives away and not mean taking away. Start with the whole and take the part away. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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